Blog by Michael Giesbrecht

Child-Proofing Tips For Your Home

If
you have young children, or expect a visit from friends or relatives with
little ones in tow, it pays to ensure your home is free of hazards. The last
thing you want is an injury that could have easily been prevented.

Here
are some basic childproofing tips.

Remove everything that
is toxic, hot or sharp, from within reach of a child. (For example, the
leaves of some types of house plants are toxic.)

If possible, keep
children out of the kitchen while cooking.

Install plug-in covers
in electrical outlets. (These are inexpensive and can be purchased at any
hardware store.)

Block or gate off areas
where kids may fall.

Remove "pulling
down" hazards, such as a heavy plant that a child can pull off a
table.

Make sure there are
screens on all open windows.

Finally,
watch your pets. Even the most gentle dog or cat can act unpredictably around
children – especially if they're not used to them.